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Nominations are now open for the 2022 FIU Recognition Awards!
Make sure to leverage this opportunity to nominate and recognize exceptional colleagues and teams that have performed above and beyond to advance our university's mission.
Nominations deadline: Monday, January 31, 2022 at 11:59 p.m.
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Make an impact on our FIU with #GiveMiamiDay! The FIU Foundation is taking over the Office of Engagement's next #CafecitoChat to talk about one of Miami's oldest traditions and how you can give back to the Blue & Gold.
Get your colada ready and tune in Tuesday, November 16 at 3 p.m. via Zoom to hear from Eddie Hondal '88, MS '00, FIU's "Papa Panther" and executive Diabetes Specialty representative at Eli Lilly and Company, Laura Padron, associate vice president for the FIU Foundation, and Smilka Melgoza, associate director of Annual Giving. No registration needed.
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Get your game on and enter the KOFEtime Scavenger Hunt!
Participants with the correct answers will be entered into a chance drawing to win a $25 Visa gift card and other prizes.
To enter the competition, email your answers to pawswellness@fiu.edu by Sunday, November 21 at 11:59 p.m.
Three winners will be selected and notified on Tuesday, November 23. Prizes may be subject to tax withholdings.
Questions? Contact PAWS at 305-348-2530.
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FIU’s Office of Employee Assistance (OEA) strongly believes in the benefits of social connection and support. Therefore, it aims to provide faculty and staff with a safe space to cultivate and maintain a sense of wellbeing and empowerment while connecting with colleagues.
Faculty and staff are invited to participate in the following professionally moderated ongoing support groups, currently offered via Zoom:
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Caring and Sharing (Support Group) | This Friday, November 19 at 12 p.m.
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Welcoming Your Emotions (Support Group) | First Friday of every month at 12 p.m.
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Mindfulness in Togetherness (Meditation Group) | Every second and fourth Wednesday of every month at 12 p.m.
For more information on these workshops, check out the OEA website.
Questions? Contact the OEA at 305-348-2469.
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Join us as we continue to take our commitment to service excellence to the next level.
Register today for the upcoming FIU’s Service Excellence Workshop. During this interactive session, you will learn about FIU’s philosophy on service excellence and the following:
- Professionalism at work
- Effective service in-person
- Telephone etiquette
- Managing written correspondence
- Techniques for handling difficult situations with excellence
By participating in this workshop, you will earn three professional development credit hours.
The series of workshops are in-person and will take place at CSC 1144A. To view the full schedule and register, please visit the FIU develop website.
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Did you know that physical activity boosts your mood, focus, and attention? Did you also know you only need about 30 minutes a day? Come and join us for "Let's Get Physical! Stretch & Core" on Thursday, November 18 at 12 p.m. for your
mood-boosting, gut-busting, focus-getting bout of exercise.
Just bring your water, great attitude, and don't worry about getting sweaty as the workout is designed to take place in the comfort of your workspace!
Questions? Contact PAWS at 305-348-2530.
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Brush up on compliance matters and stay up-to-date with FIU's policies and procedures. Make sure to review the new and updated policies below:
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- Kinder Care
- BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
- EarQ
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Panthere Catering would love to host your holiday event!
With the impact of COVID-19, our team can adjust the serving style to any client's comfort level. We can offer one menu served in three different ways: a traditional self-server buffet, pre-packaged boxed meals, or a server-attended buffet (cafeteria style). Take a look at our holiday menu!
Have a specific theme in mind? We can customize any menu to your liking. Looking to upgrade your event? We can help provide centerpieces, floral arrangements, and more! Have a last-minute need? If our catering department is not able to meet your last-minute request, we can help coordinate with the many retail locations on campus.
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FIU Relay for Life is tied to the American Cancer Society (ACS), which works on raising funds and awareness for cancer research. They also provide services to cancer patients and families such as transportation, lodging, and more.
Here are some If you would like to get involved, here are some ways to support our cause on Friday, March 18, 2022:
- Survivorship: Are you or a loved one a survivor? Let us celebrate you with a free dinner at our Relay of Life event!
- Start or Join a team: We accept all inside and outside the FIU community. Once you join our relay, you can fundraise throughout the year up to the event. All proceeds go to ACS!
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